In Some Societies, Closely Related Members of the Ruling Class

question 40

Multiple Choice

In some societies, closely related members of the ruling class and the upper class marry to preserve their power and wealth within their families. This is a practice known as ________.

• A) ritual pollution
• B) apartheid
• C) endogamy
• D) indentured service

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